CNC Machine Operator | 5 Years Experience | 1st or 2nd Shift

At a Glance Company: Camco Precision Machining Location: Union Grove, Wisconsin 53182 Position: CNC Machine Operator Employment: Full-Time Shifts: 1st or 2nd Shift Experience: 5 Years of CNC Machining Experience Equipment: Okuma CNC Lathes • Star Swiss Machines • Haas CNC Mills • Automatic Bar-Fed Equipment Key Skills: Blueprint Reading • Part Inspection • Tool Changes • Wear Offsets • Production Troubleshooting Environment: Air-Conditioned Machine Shop Pay: Competitive Hourly Pay Based on Experience Why Join Camco Precision Machining? Camco Precision Machining is a family-owned CNC machine shop in Union Grove, Wisconsin, serving customers across the United States with precision-machined components and production machining services. Founded in 1981, Camco operates a variety of CNC equipment including Okuma CNC lathes, Star Swiss machines, Haas CNC mills and automatic bar-fed production equipment. We specialize in production machining, including high-volume turned parts, gear blanks and other close-tolerance components. This position is for an experienced CNC machine operator who understands the machining process and can take responsibility for keeping production running properly. You do not need to be a programmer or full setup machinist, but you should be comfortable operating CNC equipment independently, inspecting parts, making offsets, changing worn tools and recognizing when something isn't running correctly. If you have 5 years of CNC machining experience and are comfortable doing more than loading parts and pressing Cycle Start, we want to hear from you. ⚙️ What You’ll Be Doing Operate CNC machines during production runs Load raw material or parts and unload completed components Perform in-process inspections according to established requirements Read blueprints and understand part dimensions and tolerances Use micrometers, calipers, gauges and other inspection equipment Make tool and wear offsets to maintain part dimensions Change inserts and basic cutting tools as they wear Monitor tool life, part quality and machine performance throughout production Recognize dimensional trends and make adjustments before parts go out of tolerance Identify common machining problems and know when additional assistance is needed Verify parts after tool changes or adjustments Monitor bar feeders and other automated production equipment when assigned Keep machines supplied with material and running efficiently Complete required production and inspection documentation Maintain a clean, organized and safe work area Communicate tooling, quality or machine issues to setup personnel and management This is primarily an operator position, and full machine setups or CNC programming are not required. ⭐ Shop Highlights Family-owned and operated since 1981 Small, experienced team Air-conditioned manufacturing facility Okuma CNC lathes Star Swiss CNC machines Haas CNC milling equipment Automatic bar feeders and production equipment Modern inspection equipment including Keyence vision measurement systems High-volume and repeat production work Opportunity to develop additional setup and machining skills Variety of parts, materials and machining processes Health, dental and vision insurance 401(k) plan Paid time off Full-time, year-round work 1st and 2nd shifts available ✅ What We’re Looking For 5 years of CNC machining experience is required. This position is intended for someone who already has meaningful experience working with CNC equipment and understands the fundamentals of production machining. Candidates should be able to: Independently operate CNC equipment once a job has been set up Read blueprints and understand dimensions and tolerances Properly use micrometers, calipers and other common inspection equipment Inspect parts and determine whether they meet specifications Make tool and wear offsets to maintain dimensions Change inserts and basic tooling when necessary Understand tool wear and how it affects part quality Recognize when a machine, tool or process is not operating normally Follow established setup, inspection and production procedures Manage more than one machine or production process when appropriate Maintain consistent quality throughout a production run Work independently without requiring constant supervision Maintain dependable attendance and a safe, organized work area Experience with any of the following is especially valuable: Okuma CNC lathes CNC turning Star or other Swiss-type CNC machines Haas CNC mills Automatic bar feeders High-volume production machining Close-tolerance components Tool changes and offsets Blueprint reading and inspection Experience with our specific machines is not required. Candidates with 5 years of experience operating other CNC equipment are encouraged to apply. Opportunity to Grow This position does not require you to already be a CNC setup machinist or programmer. For operators interested in advancing their skills, there may be opportunities to learn additional responsibilities such as tooling, changeovers, machine setups, troubleshooting and program editing. We value employees who want to understand why a machining process works rather than simply following instructions. Work Environment & Physical Requirements This position is based in an indoor, air-conditioned CNC manufacturing environment with multiple machines operating throughout the workday. Employees may work around machine tools, cutting tools, metal chips, cutting fluids, coolant and oils. The position requires regular standing and walking and may involve reaching, bending, handling tools and materials, and lifting or moving items associated with CNC production. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Pay & Employment Details Pay: Competitive hourly pay based on CNC machining experience Employment: Full-time Shifts: 1st and 2nd shifts available Location: Union Grove, Wisconsin 53182 Benefits include: Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Paid time off Air-conditioned shop Compensation will be based on the candidate's CNC experience, inspection skills, ability to make adjustments and ability to independently manage production equipment. About Camco Precision Machining Camco Precision Machining is a family-owned precision machine shop located in Union Grove, Wisconsin. Since 1981, we have provided CNC machining and production manufacturing services to customers throughout the United States. Our capabilities include CNC turning, Swiss and screw machining, twin-spindle turning, automatic bar machining, CNC milling and gear blank manufacturing. We specialize in production machining and manufacture quantities ranging from hundreds of parts to high-volume orders exceeding one million pieces. Our equipment includes Okuma CNC lathes, Star Swiss CNC machines, Haas CNC mills and automated bar-fed production equipment. We also utilize modern inspection technology and in-process quality controls to maintain consistent results throughout production. We are a small company where dependable employees have the opportunity to take ownership of their work, develop additional skills and directly contribute to the success of the shop. Apply Today If you have 5 years of CNC machining experience and are comfortable inspecting your own parts, making basic adjustments, changing tooling and independently keeping production running, we would like to hear from you. 1st and 2nd shift opportunities are available. Apply today through hireCNC.aa415a4b-8b21-40fc-a65c-70d2b25ca29a